Locum Consultant Dermatologist

Job description

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board wishes to appoint two full time Locum Consultant Dermatologists to be based at either Wrexham Maelor Hospital or Glan Clwyd Hospital.

The posts are for ten sessions per week of which,eight sessions will be for Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and two for Supporting Professional Activity (SPA). Part time/ flexible working may be considered following discussion and agreement with the Clinical Lead and Divisional Medical Director.

There is an expectation to see a case mix of adult general dermatology and skin cancer in line with service needs.

The departments currently run Teledermatology clinics, and suitable candidates may be able to undertake Teledermatology clinics as part of direct clinical care programmed activities in line with service needs.

Main duties of the job

To provide dermatology outpatient services to patients in collaboration with nursing and medical colleagues.

To provide dermatological inpatient care and provide specialist advice for inpatients as part of acute dermatology cover.

To share responsibility for professional standards and quality control within the dermatology services ensuring compliance with standards which satisfy clinical governance.

To develop dermatological service with other consultant colleagues in recognition of regional and national guidelines where appropriate.

To share in providing emergency cover for colleague's study/annual leave or illness.

To develop and implement clinical audit programmes within the Dermatology Departments and in collaboration with other clinical groups.

To participate in consultant annual appraisal.

To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with other consultant colleagues and the wider health community.

To provide training opportunities for undergraduates and postgraduates in dermatology.

The successful candidate must have a commitment to revalidation, medical audit and continuing professional development

About us

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.

The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Person Specification

Ability

Essential

• Ability to apply knowledge
• Ability to write relevant and legible clinical notes
• Safe and effective oral communication skills
• Willingness to involve patients in the management of their conditions
• Ability to handle difficult situations and conversations with patients and relatives with tact and sensitivity
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Advanced IT skills

Management

Essential

• Evidence of an understanding of NHS management practices and their application
• A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings

Desirable

• Management qualification/ training
• Departmental administration experience

Audit

Essential

• Evidence of participation in audits

Desirable

• Critical appraisal course / skills

Research

Essential

• Ability to access published evidence

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in research projects
• Research based publications

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of a commitment to teaching trainees
• Evidence of teaching trainees

Desirable

• Evidence of teaching nursing and paramedical staff
• Teaching qualification / course

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice

Desirable

• GMC Specialist Registration in Dermatology
• Higher Degree or Diploma

Experience

Essential

• Broad Based general experience in dermatology and cutaneous surgery, skin cancer experience is a must

Desirable

• Additional specialist skills or experience

Additional Rquirements

Essential

• Aligns own values with those of the Health Board
• A team player who values individual contributions of a multi-disciplinary team
• An interest in working in a DGH setup in a general dermatology role
• Reliable, self-motivated and punctual
• Evidence of the ability to work in stressful situations and/ or under pressure
• Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
• A willingness to work outside of the normal working hours at short notice during times of need

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn

Person Specification
Ability

Essential

• Ability to apply knowledge
• Ability to write relevant and legible clinical notes
• Safe and effective oral communication skills
• Willingness to involve patients in the management of their conditions
• Ability to handle difficult situations and conversations with patients and relatives with tact and sensitivity
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Advanced IT skills

Management

Essential

• Evidence of an understanding of NHS management practices and their application
• A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings

Desirable

• Management qualification/ training
• Departmental administration experience

Audit

Essential

• Evidence of participation in audits

Desirable

• Critical appraisal course / skills

Research

Essential

• Ability to access published evidence

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in research projects
• Research based publications

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of a commitment to teaching trainees
• Evidence of teaching trainees

Desirable

• Evidence of teaching nursing and paramedical staff
• Teaching qualification / course

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice

Desirable

• GMC Specialist Registration in Dermatology
• Higher Degree or Diploma

Experience

Essential

• Broad Based general experience in dermatology and cutaneous surgery, skin cancer experience is a must

Desirable

• Additional specialist skills or experience

Additional Rquirements

Essential

• Aligns own values with those of the Health Board
• A team player who values individual contributions of a multi-disciplinary team
• An interest in working in a DGH setup in a general dermatology role
• Reliable, self-motivated and punctual
• Evidence of the ability to work in stressful situations and/ or under pressure
• Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
• A willingness to work outside of the normal working hours at short notice during times of need

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

United Kingdom

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